Wilmington College

Overview of Wilmington College

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The student body consists of 1,260 individuals with an instructor-to-student ratio of 1 to 15 and a graduation rate of 55%. Students have access to 25 degree majors, 27 minors, and 32 concentrations. The school is also home to 18 NCAA DIII sports programs, as well as 45 organizations and student clubs. And volunteering is a large part of the college experience for Wilmington students with over 8,000 hours donated during the 2018 to 2019 academic year.

Art and culture are also of critical importance to the overall educational experience at Wilmington College. Both students and the community have access to a multi-million-dollar cultural arts center. Additionally, the Center for Service and Civic Engagement, alongside the Ag Department, operates a Grow Food, Grow Hope Community Gardens for families of the local community struggling with employment opportunities.

Top Rankings For Wilmington College

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Admissions

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Tuition Cost & Financial Aid

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Wilmington College is more expensive than public schools with an average net price (cost after financial aid) of $22,432. Both out-of-state and in-state tuition costs are $26,775 each year. Due to the high costs of the school, nearly 100% of students seek out and secure financial aid in some form. Students should prepare themselves for even further expenses of at least another $15,000 to be able to complete a degree. Such expenses include room and board, supplies, class fees, books, and others.

Students will also often require a budget for non-degree-related expenses. Most students enjoy exploring the region from time-to-time, as well as needing to travel home a few times a year. It’s also likely that they will want to enjoy the local entertainments that cost extra money. And, if program participants wish to purchase college merchandise or new clothes throughout the year, they will need an even larger budget.

Sticker Price

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Academics

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As a liberal arts college, students can expect a curriculum based on physical and social sciences, social issues, interpersonal skill development, and more. The school works to provide a well-rounded experience that focuses on the mind, body, and spirit. It’s even possible to minor in peace studies, as well as participate in a special Peace Corps preparation program.

Bachelor’s degrees are available in majors including agriculture, chemistry, education, athletic training, and sports management. Students who excel in academics can pursue honors programs in a variety of degree programs. Some majors are available at Wilmington that are unavailable at most public higher learning institutions including equine business management, professional writing, religion and philosophy, social work, sustainability, and political science.

Wilmington College has a 71% retention rate with a four-year rate of graduation at 50% and a six-year rate of graduation at 55%. The graduation rates are quite low even for a private, not-for-profit college. The reason for such results could be due to the fact it is a more expensive college, or it could mean that students do not receive the necessary academic support they require to succeed.

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Outcome & Salary

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All students will have access to the Office of Career Services and a variety of events and activities to assist with the job search prior to graduation. Students will also have access to various resources, organizations, and the alumni network as a way to find even more employment opportunities.

Career services offer personalized job search strategies, a career cafe, interview clinics, dress for success tips and tricks, business card and elevator pitch preparation, career fairs, professional development tools, handshake registration, workshops, and networking skill practices. Each year, employers come to the campus to meet with students during career fairs and other career events. Potential employers host on-campus interviews on occasion. Internships are also available to all students.

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